The ongoing nationwide strike by the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) appears to be heading toward resolution, following significant progress in negotiations with the government.
The latest breakthrough came after a high-level meeting mediated by the Parliamentary Select Committee on Health.
The crucial talks held on June 12, 2025, brought together representatives from the Ministry of Health, the Ministry of Finance, the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC), and leadership of the GRNMA. The strike, which began on June 4, stemmed from delays in implementing the 2024 Conditions of Service signed on May 20, 2024.
Public healthcare services have been under immense strain since the industrial action began, with the National Labour Commission (NLC) previously declaring the strike illegal. However, the GRNMA has stood its ground, demanding visible steps from the government before returning to work.
At the meeting, government officials urged the association to suspend the strike and resume negotiations. The two parties agreed to reconvene in two weeks to continue discussions on how best to implement the 2024 Collective Agreement.
In a joint statement issued after the meeting, both sides described the dialogue as “constructive” and said they were open to compromise. The government acknowledged the financial difficulties it faces in meeting all the agreed terms but emphasized its commitment to finding a fair and sustainable solution.
The Parliamentary Select Committee on Health recognized the legitimacy of the nurses’ concerns and pledged to actively support efforts to resolve the impasse.
Committee members also praised both parties for choosing dialogue over confrontation and stressed the urgent need to restore stability in the healthcare system.
